“Thank you so much for a great 8
weeks. What a blast! I came away feeling truly confident
about my ability to audition for commercials. My last three auditions have all yielded call backs and it’s
absolutely thanks to what I learned in your class. I couldn’t wait to get there every week because I knew I was
getting better and better, but also because you make it so much fun. I laughed the entire time and what’s
better than having fun while you’re learning? I would tell anyone looking for an on-camera class to RUN to
yours. In fact, I wish I could
just keep taking it!”
- Jane Harnick
“What a pleasure it was to take your
class. Your knowledge and advice
were both invaluable. The real
pleasure, though, was in sharing your obvious appreciation and understanding of
an often tricky business. You
enlightened me as an actor AND a person.
Now, that’s a class. One
million thank-yous to you.”
- Bryan Langlitz
“I just wanted to thank you very, very much
for a truly wonderful class. I
have been to so many classes (particularly commercial classes) that are taught
through shame or making you feel stupid, which doesn’t help anyone learn. Your humor, calmness and unequivocal
support made it possible to risk and play and actually learn through
doing. I feel enormously more
comfortable with commercials than I did eight weeks ago and I really can’t
thank you enough...I would certainly recommend this class to anyone.”
-
Naomi McDougall Jones
“Thank you so much for an absolutely
wonderful class. I cannot tell you
how much I appreciated not only your expertise, but also your sense of humor
and extraordinary warmth. The
transition into the industry can be a cold and scary experience, but you took
such pains to make it fun and welcoming.
Thank you for taking such good care of us.”
-
Sarah Skeist
“I went to a casting a couple of weeks ago
where they brought in a small group of us, gave us a scenario and told us to
‘go.’ I was comfortable not only
participating, but I was the one that kept the group going/talking. I was happy with what I did, and I have
you and your class to thank!” - Charlene Smith
“I took your commercial class last fall and
wanted to thank you because I just booked my first job! It’s for Bounty Paper Towels, I play a
young mom and it shoots next week.
I honestly could not have booked it without your class. Right before the audition, I reviewed
my notes from class. When I
arrived, I went over the copy, making sure to think like the client and find a
way to connect to the material believably, making it personal. Did one take in the room, booked it
straight, no callback needed! So
thank you.” -Anna
Olivia
“In the 4 weeks after working with you I
booked 6 commercials, 2 of which are nationals! You broke down the process of auditioning into an easy and
simple form, which helped me relax and just have fun with it. You explained the process, the
dos and don’ts, and helped me focus on what's important -- what works! Working with you…was definitely one of
the best decisions I've ever made.”
--Sam Whitten
“Just wanted to thank you once more for a
really great class, one of the best in my ten years of studying in NYC. I feel so much more comfortable and
confidant in all of my auditions, not just for commercials. In week one you said something that
really resonated with me, to the gist of ‘One day, hopefully, you wake up and
realize that who you are, is enough.’
I like that a lot, and [will] carry that around and steal it when
necessary.”
-
Rob Richardson
“You are an amazing teacher. I think you are intuitive. You know how to find that very specific
thing that clicks it all in place.
It’s incredible. When I
first came to you I was terrified!
And now it is fun and an adventure to figure out another way to do what
I love. Thank you for helping me
to not only overcome my fear, but to get better and better.”
- Heather Girardi
“I have to tell you how much I enjoyed your
class. I had some pretty decent expectations, but what I actually learned blew
them away. I had so many "A-ha!" moments that I eventually lost
count. Just last night I went to a
seminar where I read commercial copy for four casting directors. I bragged about your class and how I’d
just finished it the night before. Then I went on to nail the copy. When I
finished, one of the casting directors actually said, ‘What was that class
again? I've got to write it down.’ Then they all gave me glowing feedback.
Needless to say, this did not happen before I took your class.”
--David Sangalli
“I just wanted to thank you again for these
last weeks. I am not kidding you when I say that you have completely changed my
outlook on commercials for the better. Not only do I feel more confident with
copy, but I have begun to realize
how commercials can inform other areas of acting and vice versa. “Do what you
need to do” and “have fun” are two important things you allowed me to see and
trust. So thanks"
-Jay Devore
“I just wanted to tell you how much I
enjoyed your class. I had so much
fun and learned a great deal! I
actually had an audition last week where I had to audition with another person
-- I referenced some of the things we had done in class and my audition went
great. I have a callback next
week! Thank you so much for
everything, it was a pleasure working with you.”
- Jacqueline Pappas
“I go over my class notes before every
audition and I’ve booked two nationals since class ended!!”
-Lauren Dellolio
“I finally got my first commercial
booking…I guess I just proved that I'm bookable! And, of course, that you trained me to do the work the right
way. Really, I can't tell you how
much of what you taught me sticks with me at auditions. At the callback I knew exactly how to
create the emotions that the director wanted because I remembered the things I
learned in class. I entered class
eager to learn; I left smarter and better prepared to audition. More importantly, I left with an
admiration for you and your approach to your students. I saw you handle egos, disappointments,
concerns, anxieties, fears, enthusiasm, and disinterest with a skill that built
confidence and trust. I feel lucky
to have crossed your path. So, a
genuine ‘thank you’ for your help.” -Nicholas Troilo
“I really feel fortunate to have taken your
class. Being a teacher for 23
years, I can certainly tell a great teacher when I meet one…I have taken some
commercial classes, but they were part of a regular acting class. I’ve learned so much more from
you. I came to your class not sure
of my comfort level; I never knew or understood how this commercial world
works. I had fears of the cue card
and you showed me that it wasn't that difficult. The things you went over were so simple. In short, I learned a lot and my
confidence grew in a big way. The
last time we had a session you turned to me and said, "You can do
this.” That meant a lot. Thanks so much for your patience and
confidence.”
--Craig Dourmashkin
“I've taken several commercial classes, but
yours provided such a warm, friendly and encouraging atmosphere that I was able
to stop being self-conscious and have fun on camera. Your teaching was clear,
simple and made commercials seem a lot less intimidating. Confidence comes when
you know what you’re doing. After
taking your class, I can confidently say that I know what I'm doing.” --Michelle Denise Brown
“I’m still high from your class! What a fabulous, joyful and
illuminating experience!! I
learned so much from you, and the atmosphere was so completely safe and
supportive. Also, I think you
should give classes to other casting directors (tee-hee). You are so completely on the actor’s
side and so kind and caring.
THANK
YOU!”
-Bridget
McNamara
“I just wanted to take a moment and thank
you! The past weeks have been an
amazing journey for me. It has
been refreshing to meet a person in the business (YOU), who is down to earth
and so kind and willing to give back!”
-Tara
Raccuglia
“I just wanted to say “thank you,” “danke,”
“grazie,” for such a wonderful learning and overall “magnifico” class
experience. Your class by far was
the best I have taken in a long time.
You have a wonderful way of bringing out the best in every single
student, and also of creating an atmosphere of camaraderie and goodwill that is
very rare and remarkable.”
-Joanna
Bonnaro
“Thank you for sharing your insight into
commercial auditions, and for picking up on my insistence on being granted
"permission," and clearly bringing it to my attention…Though I've
never put my finger on it, I always knew that it reoccurred through all of my
work (and more). Having awareness of it now is a gift…and I am grateful…I've
used your words to reroute my usual thought process…my mind, my actions, and my
experience. Every time I've felt hesitant to do something in the past few days,
I reminded myself that I only needed my own permission to do what I wanted --
and as a result, I've experienced an influx of positive comments from my
teachers and peers. It blows my
mind! I am so glad we met one
another.”
-Jackie Macri
“I just wanted to thank you again for being
such a great supportive teacher.
Since class ended, I’ve only been to about five commercial
auditions. But I’ve gotten called
back [for] two of them. So I know
I’m on the right track. Your class
has completely prepared me for all types of commercial auditions. So again, thank you.”
-Brea Cola
“I just wanted to thank you for all of your
constructive criticism and help during class. Honestly, this was the best class experience in NYC that
I’ve had in God knows how long.”
-Joe Mihalchick
“Just wanted to say “thanks so much” for
class – I know this will probably sound cliché – but you are honestly one of
the most kind, generous and patient teachers I have ever had! You made the class such a fun, and yet
safe, environment – to be able to really learn – and that is a rare combo these
days – especially in NY! Thank you
for sharing all of your knowledge – I feel very prepared to enter the land of
commercials!”
-Janet
Dunn
“Your class rocked! It was by far the best class I’ve
taken. I learned more from your
first class alone than from the entire run of other classes I’ve taken. You know your industry inside and out,
and combined with your great understanding of the actor’s craft, you give the
most clear, concise, applicable coaching that an actor could ask for. Best of all – your class actually made
me like commercial acting! I used
to think of it as something an actor did just to make a living, but now I think
it’s just plain fun.”
-Sonia Tatinov
“Wow – these…weeks went by so fast! I don’t want them to end! I have had such an amazing experience
in this class, and I want to thank you for being a great teacher. I have learned SO much, gained
confidence, and finally, grown as an actor. Thank you, thank you!”
--Nicole Winhoffer
“Thank you for your fantastic class! The smart, practical tools and insight
you shared with us will transform my commercial auditions from now on. It truly is a “breakthrough” class, and
I have already started recommending it to my actor friends. (Hmmm…looks like I just wrote a
commercial for your class!)”
--Uma Incrocci
“No words can express my thanks, gratitude
and appreciation. With your intuitive tutelage, what I have allowed myself to
accomplish in and from your class is immeasurable. All things happen for a reason, and I thank the Universe for
bringing this experience into my life.”
-Shakira Chin
“I’m just writing to thank you for such a
wonderful class! You really are a
very inspiring and insightful teacher, and I truly learned so much in each
class; whether it was by my own performance or just hearing what ‘little gems’
you might be saying about another student’s. I hope the performance and auditioning skills I learned from
you help me to continue to achieve my dream. And I wasn’t lying when I said the comments you said about
auditions really made me rethink the whole audition process and hopefully will
change the way I go about the whole thing!”
-Amanda Coletta
“Just wanted to say I learned so much in your class and I
totally feel a difference in my work.
I feel so much more confident now than I did before. And I think confidence is key…You’re a
really cool guy. Why can’t there
be more people like you in the business!”
-Etya
Dudko
“You have a great perspective on the
business. Not only do your years
as a casting director help you understand the world of commercials, but your
years of acting help you really understand what we, as actors, are going
through…It’s a great class, and I’m glad I took it.” -Jimmy Bopp
“Thank you for the amazing commercial
class...I learned so much about commercials, and about myself as an actor and a
person. Many lessons I will carry
beyond the world of commercials and into my everyday life. I really enjoyed meeting you!”
-Erin Adams